How to Wing Foil | Part 1: Your First Session

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  • Опубліковано 5 лют 2025

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  • @kippywylie
    @kippywylie 10 місяців тому +15

    Great Video. After more than 10 years kitefoiling which was after another 10 years of kiteboarding I've finally decided to commit to Winging. I'm getting good advice and buying my gear. I'm older (74) but not overweight (150) and in excellent condition. Your First Day video is helping.

    • @GabriGlider
      @GabriGlider 5 місяців тому +2

      Hello mate. How its going with the wingfoil?? I have been kitesurfing for 10 years, last 3 years mixing it with kitefoil, but really corious to try wingfoiling

    • @kippywylie
      @kippywylie 5 місяців тому +3

      @@GabriGlider It's going good... With fun long rides getting gybes, riding heel and toeside back and forth. With your kite foiling experience the actual foil riding feels familiar and somewhat easy. The trouble spots are: Your waterstarts can be brutality exhausting on any board smaller than your kg weight plus 20 in liters. And your footswitching since you don't have the support of your kite pull overhead

    • @chrispewkreme
      @chrispewkreme 2 місяці тому

      @@GabriGliderI think you’d love it. It is such a free feeling to depower a wing and go surf bumps that nobody could ever surf before.
      There’s no other sport quite like it. I surf foil and I have to say, winging is by far the easiest foil discipline there is. You will pick it up in no time.

  • @yvindbirkeland7706
    @yvindbirkeland7706 2 роки тому +11

    "punch the water" was the only thing I remembered, from hours on UA-cam, on my first session a few days ago. And it was super helpful! Thanks 😊

  • @SilverFoilSurfer
    @SilverFoilSurfer 4 роки тому +94

    The most comprehensive tutorial on winging I found so far. Thank you Damien!

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  4 роки тому +5

      You are so kind! Thank you to our video rock star, Gwen for making the video so easy to watch and understand!

  • @IRWE905
    @IRWE905 4 роки тому +12

    Very well explained, especially front wing tip catches (and prevention). I find most beginners without a strong windsurfing background have this problem. I will forward this video to all my Newbie Wing Buddies. - Thanks for posting!

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  4 роки тому +2

      We all went thought that struggle with the wing tip catching. We are very happy it is helping people. Thank you for sharing it to others.

  • @stokedforsuccess100
    @stokedforsuccess100 Рік тому +1

    Hi Damien. Just want to say Thank You for this video, and so many others. I have been trying to learn wing foiling for about 3 years now… and am only really now dialing it all in. I live in New York. It’s been a very long and slow process… but I love this sport and all the effort is totally worth it once it all starts to click. After going out on many sessions, I come back to this video and all your tips make so much more sense. The experiential factor is vital here! I’ve been watching you for a long time.. I see you, Damien. You are a true water warrior … it’s the other side to your message of benevolence. And I love it. Thank you .. for being you, and for your love in sharing the stoke. It’s helping a lot.
    With appreciation,
    Dmitri

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  Рік тому +2

      Thank you so much Dmitri for the kind words! This is 100% the reason why Gwen and I make these videos. Enjoy the rest it only gets better.

  • @mojo90toob
    @mojo90toob Рік тому +1

    Great insights - I'm a beginner and the best tip I got from this was Damien's advice to 'punch the water' ie pushing away when the wing is overpowered or if you just want to readjust the angle. It's a quick and simple way to spill wind. 🌊

  • @jonathanm4880
    @jonathanm4880 Рік тому

    Thank so much for giving the confidence to get started, brought my Wing out today and loved it and got up on the foil on the back of my jet ski as well . Just need to marry the two together now.. Thanks to all the team... Much appreciated.. Can't wait to start this journey

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  Рік тому

      Thanks for the kind words enjoy the ride! We hope to share the water with you one day soon!

  • @rickyticky6915
    @rickyticky6915 3 роки тому

    Just came back from Oahu and saw a couple of middle aged men like myself with this and was instantly intrigued. Talked to them and search the internet and you made it so simple to understand the concept. Thank you so much.

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  3 роки тому

      Ricky great to hear friend! Thank you.... Hope to see you on the water...

  • @thomaswalz3515
    @thomaswalz3515 3 роки тому

    I'm 70+. I've always been athletic, have attempted wind surfing enough to get a taste of the rush. As a kid, I spent a lot of time sailing with my dad in a boat he built... so at least I know the basics of sailing.
    This looks like even more fun... given the foil...
    Thanks for this... I'm inspired... If you see some old boomer out there....

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  3 роки тому

      You got this buddy! We are behind you! Enjoy the learning process.

  • @thvlad
    @thvlad 3 місяці тому

    Great first day lesson!! Thanks for sharing this!

  • @grahamnorris9306
    @grahamnorris9306 3 роки тому +1

    I tried once and now this makes a lot of sense. Especially liked the tip to get up using the sail to form a tripod.

  • @evangillespiemusic8805
    @evangillespiemusic8805 2 місяці тому

    Awesome video , iv surfed all my life and looking forward to getting into foiling, I bought all the equipment today, tomorrow I hit the water. Wish me luck 🤙

  • @rebekasarosi3855
    @rebekasarosi3855 Рік тому

    i’m loving your enthusiasm! last time I was on water i’ve just remembered your words about punching the water a nd that helped me a lot of falling more. believe me i am struggling enough…. as a beginner

  • @johnrodgers2171
    @johnrodgers2171 2 роки тому +2

    I'm 95% sure I'll never go wing surfing but that seemed to be some excellent instruction

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  2 роки тому

      Thank you! You never know you may one day and will love it.

  • @louisgombkoto2162
    @louisgombkoto2162 2 роки тому +1

    Thank so much for the You Tubes about the basics. We bought kite boards and took them to the Bahamas and are trying to learn on our own.

  • @ecomarlee
    @ecomarlee 8 днів тому

    Excellent teaching style. Thanks 😊

  • @BOBLAF88
    @BOBLAF88 2 роки тому

    I have been waiting for the foil thing for a long time having seen it years ago, this is a dream and and this video will allow the dream to happen very soon😀🏄‍♀

  • @cico91
    @cico91 3 роки тому +6

    Great tutorial and explaination ! The best one on the internet :)

  • @lucamura8362
    @lucamura8362 4 роки тому +1

    Like yor energy and your teaching. Wish you millions of subscribers!

  • @conorprovan9435
    @conorprovan9435 4 місяці тому

    Good tips. Cant wait to try these tips. Thanks foe posting

  • @laurentgremet296
    @laurentgremet296 3 роки тому +3

    Thanks Damien, i'm just starting and your videos are really fun, instructive and ... full of power and smile !!! . The explanaition about the back arm controlling the wing helped me a lot.
    Your spot in Florida looks to be a fine place.
    Hello from Marseille, France.

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  3 роки тому +1

      Hello back friend! Thanks for the kind words! Make sure to watch the pumping video really helps! ua-cam.com/video/qRYX77SqfLc/v-deo.html

  • @billwhite6997
    @billwhite6997 2 роки тому

    Im a kiteboarder and going to the wing soon. So many more uses easier to use in busier areas does need a larg launch area. Safer to teach my 11yr old son. Keep the tips coming thanks. Whitey Muskoka, Ontario .Canada

  • @arturp2041
    @arturp2041 11 місяців тому

    Great wideo easy and simply explained how learned wing foil😊I bought my equipment and have plan going on the water tomorrow.Thank you for professional lesson 💪👍

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  11 місяців тому

      We are so grateful! Thank you for the kind words and enjoy the ride!

  • @ytrottier100
    @ytrottier100 6 місяців тому

    Great video thanks. Love the tip about using the wing as a tripod to help get up on the board, Now I can go for my first session on a foil board today. Cheers

  • @stevegates9606
    @stevegates9606 2 роки тому

    Great thanks -will look forward to trying!. Having been a windsurfer, one important hint I'd add is how to steer the board by shifting the wing/sail fore and aft, which then moves the centre of force fore and aft which in turn allows you to put more 'pressure' on the front or rear of the board to steer it downwind or upwind, respectively.

  • @philipcomer7025
    @philipcomer7025 Рік тому

    Your tips have been superb. Saved me tons of frustration in learning.

  • @wingfoildiary
    @wingfoildiary 3 роки тому

    Hey Damien... your tripod thing is awesome for getting up - I've had a couple of sessions on big windsurf boards, and was really struggling to get going on my small SUP in choppy water... then I watched your tripod deal and went out the next day, and had an awesome couple of hours riding my shortboard SUP having a blast - learned so much from your video, which enabled me to get up and going on the water, and then I really made some massive progress in a day. Dude - love ya! Thanks so much - you made it an awesome day for me! Love the vibe bro.

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you friend! You made our day! Have an epic weekend!

  • @sorrythanks666
    @sorrythanks666 5 місяців тому

    Thx for the video! Im taking my first lesson next week. Cheers bro

  • @spacesticklab
    @spacesticklab 4 роки тому +2

    Great videos man- and what a great new wind sport we are, again, lucky to be pioneering

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  4 роки тому

      Thank you friend just trying to help others enjoy this wonderful sport!

  • @guitdafunkadelik
    @guitdafunkadelik 10 місяців тому

    best video! I'm a beginner and there are some nice easy tips to remember, thanks and peace from Nantes, France!

  • @kieransammon666
    @kieransammon666 4 роки тому +4

    Great work, well explained and demonstrated 🤙

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much! Our goal is to make it as easy as possible for everyone to fall in love with this incredible new sport.

  • @fehufehu
    @fehufehu 9 днів тому

    I like how you said carry your gear ever in front of you! ... People may confuse always with all ways even after you physically show them THE correct way, just simply because you shortly after had said always, some people will pretend to have heard what you said after always, ” don’t look for other ways to carry when near the waves should suffice IMO” . Maybe there is a way to take your clear method of teaching and get it more clear. Great information here, I am grateful! what you do is great

    • @fehufehu
      @fehufehu 9 днів тому

      Correcting myself *Well they wouldn’t mistake that after you physically show had they been watching however maybe they were just not watching yet listening through a windy environment on their phone. Phones skip places when fingers touch a spot on the screen. Then what could happen is an accident in their newfound anticipation & stoke excitement to carry their board to the water. If the board were in front of them during a carry ( maybe they feel that it’s safer around people) yet

  • @brianavadikian8901
    @brianavadikian8901 Рік тому

    I am so impressed with the Mic/Audio in this video (not to mention the tutorial itself

  • @bintlooda
    @bintlooda 5 місяців тому +1

    Great video. Here from ear biscuits 😊❤

  • @dickeybirdcreates6157
    @dickeybirdcreates6157 2 роки тому

    This is the best how to trim video - learnt a lot. Cheers bro

  • @mis100tubos
    @mis100tubos 3 роки тому

    Good Job! Interesting wingfoiling tutorial 🤟 Next thing will be jump to the water and try this new sport 👍😜💪

  • @lollipop4134
    @lollipop4134 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks Damien. I watched your vid, used a few tips as I was out there. I've watched it again and got more tips off it.
    Thanks for the tips and the good vibes.
    Keep it up Bud

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you friend! You made our day! That's exactly why we make these videos!

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you for the kind words David....

  • @arthousefilms
    @arthousefilms 3 роки тому +1

    This is a superb and thorough tutorial!! Thanks!

  • @marcusbrace6970
    @marcusbrace6970 4 роки тому

    Right On video Damien! I used Nike Pro Closed-Patella Knee Sleeves at your favorite sporting goods store. They stopped the chaffing 100 per cent :)Also the thin 3 M safety gloves stopped my knuckles from chaffing against the dacron of the wing.

  • @AddictionFlyer
    @AddictionFlyer 2 роки тому

    Really excellent - was deciding on whether or not to start - this has made me say - YES!!!!!

  • @christophermiles3142
    @christophermiles3142 2 роки тому

    Nice video, well explained Damien. I particularly get the hitting the water bit, done lots of that! Thank you

  • @alexopaldent
    @alexopaldent 2 роки тому

    Very helpful, thank you so much. greetings from Mallorca!!!

  • @BitPython
    @BitPython 3 роки тому +2

    This is a fabulous introduction, full of really helpful tips. Thank you!

  • @johnkennedy1242
    @johnkennedy1242 2 роки тому

    Nice clear practical instructions

  • @bacphan6038
    @bacphan6038 7 місяців тому

    That Damien, that helps, but your video and explanation are the best!

  • @dcosmann
    @dcosmann 3 роки тому +1

    Damien, that was great. Well done. Helped me alot!

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  3 роки тому

      Great to hear friend that is the goal!!! Have a great week....

  • @MrXtianm
    @MrXtianm 2 роки тому

    so helpful for beginners...thanks! keep it up 👍😉

  • @Thick_Burger
    @Thick_Burger 2 роки тому

    Thankyou I have my first lesson tomorrow 👍

  • @martinnovation1
    @martinnovation1 4 роки тому

    Super video, Damien. I like how you explain some of these mistakes that I am making - like the fronttip dipping in front of the board, and not going upwind when I get on my feet and loosing hte power in the wing. If you do more of these videos, please focus on these things: all the common mistakes that will kill a session and that are easily fixed if you just discover the logic of board/wing/foil handling. Cudos from Denmark

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  4 роки тому

      Thanks for the kind words friend... Our goal is to help as much as possible. A lot more videos on the way friend!

  • @alexrizzo2762
    @alexrizzo2762 Рік тому

    Simply excellent tutorial, really tops

  • @Aaron-uy7lp
    @Aaron-uy7lp 2 роки тому

    Super comprehensive tutorial🙏🏼

  • @JetSurfingNation
    @JetSurfingNation 2 роки тому

    Great tutorial!

  • @btydings
    @btydings 2 роки тому

    This is great for someone looking to buy their first package!

  • @LucianoColin
    @LucianoColin 4 роки тому

    Very nice instructions! Seams easy when well explained as you do.

  • @martall9884
    @martall9884 2 роки тому

    SUPER GOOD VIDEO, GOOD TO UNDESTAND! Thanks for your videos

  • @PeterFisherDuke
    @PeterFisherDuke 2 роки тому

    Very informative you're a great teacher

  • @NicolasSpinosa
    @NicolasSpinosa 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you very much! Very clear. Please post more videos like pumping, upwind. Also gear setup like foil position and correct wing size according to wind and sailor weight. Thanks again!

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  4 роки тому

      This should help you friend. Thank you for your kind words!
      ua-cam.com/video/Ob_LBP45pZ8/v-deo.html

  • @СтрекозелОбыкновенный

    Спасибо, полезная информация, особенно на начальном уровне подготовки. Приятно смотреть и слушать

  • @g2999
    @g2999 3 роки тому +2

    Great video!!! Really helpful and full of many tips to really get going (the challenge is to remember them all at the beach!!! :D )

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  3 роки тому

      Great! happy to hear we have a great one dropping today! Enjoy.....

  • @HanHan-fb7zh
    @HanHan-fb7zh 2 роки тому

    From France, super tuto thank! Merci beaucoup Damien !

  • @streetphone4619
    @streetphone4619 Місяць тому

    Great video. When I'm learning I'll wear neoprene booties and the knee pads that floorers wear. And I'll re watch this video.

  • @azzanaki6368
    @azzanaki6368 4 роки тому +7

    Mate thats going to help me out so much, appreciate you're time , cheers

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  4 роки тому +1

      Glad we can help! Thanks for the support! A lot more videos coming! ;)

  • @douglassantospe
    @douglassantospe Рік тому

    Super Great video 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @KELLYCHOITV
    @KELLYCHOITV 2 роки тому

    Thanks
    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @TomRigo-er3lb
    @TomRigo-er3lb 2 роки тому

    Great stuff Daniel, thank you!

  • @andrewpipitone1572
    @andrewpipitone1572 2 роки тому

    Awesome explanation on how to get going :- )

  • @edawg654
    @edawg654 2 роки тому

    Mate what a legend. Thank you from NZ

  • @pilarn3347
    @pilarn3347 5 місяців тому +1

    The BEST! Thanks!

  • @geertmoens6761
    @geertmoens6761 3 роки тому +1

    Great tutorials ! Not winging yet but I'll have a good basis for next spring thanks to these uploads !

  • @araracuara2020
    @araracuara2020 2 роки тому

    Great...., many thanks for really good explanetions....

  • @ArmenKassabian
    @ArmenKassabian 6 місяців тому

    Love this video!❤ poor glen! Hope he got better’

  • @randallhenderson2670
    @randallhenderson2670 2 роки тому

    Thanks Damien. Great video. I'm a new subscriber!!!

  • @macdodds
    @macdodds 4 роки тому +3

    Thanks for the great lesson. Love the vibe 🤙

  • @andrewsesterhenn3179
    @andrewsesterhenn3179 Рік тому

    Really great video! Very well done. Thanks

  • @ahmetbirsel5853
    @ahmetbirsel5853 Рік тому

    Great class. Thank you.

  • @WoutervanTiel
    @WoutervanTiel Рік тому

    Great lesson, very complete.

  • @plaineduloup184
    @plaineduloup184 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks a lot for the video that help. Best from Switzerland

  • @casperfuntv9046
    @casperfuntv9046 3 роки тому

    Great tutorial in teaching winging, will give it a try some day.

  • @nickrowe1041
    @nickrowe1041 2 роки тому

    how amazing. I'd love to try this as an ex windsurfing fanatic!

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  2 роки тому

      The time is now! Go for it.... Order your wingsurfing gear, kiteboarding gear, foiling gear at adventuresportsusa.com/?ref=DAMO and support us and the UA-cam channel!
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  • @King06099
    @King06099 8 місяців тому

    This is super helpful for new! Thanks!!

  • @adambass6631
    @adambass6631 4 роки тому +2

    Nice video man 👍😍

  • @dkrauwer
    @dkrauwer 2 роки тому

    very, very instructive. thank you!

  • @DrCalogiuri
    @DrCalogiuri 3 роки тому

    Great job dude 👏 👍

  • @edwardcolbert922
    @edwardcolbert922 3 роки тому

    Wow, Excellent!. Your positive straight to the point tutorial that anticipated adjusting for many scenarios made me feel I like could take on the challenge of Wing Foiling.

  • @abccba1971
    @abccba1971 Рік тому

    Very, very, VERY good !!!

  • @jochristie8407
    @jochristie8407 2 роки тому

    Awesome thank you - about to test how much I took in!

  • @RaulEdu33
    @RaulEdu33 4 роки тому +3

    Best wing beginner tutorial I've seen so far. 💯👌

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much! We just want to help as many people as we can live the best life!

  • @brothatwasepic
    @brothatwasepic 3 роки тому +1

    Dude this is so much fun

  • @lhelmonds
    @lhelmonds 3 роки тому

    Great intro- thanks for the tips!

  • @davidmaclean9847
    @davidmaclean9847 4 роки тому

    Perfect explanation of the basics can't wait to see the next step Thanks Damien Great job

    • @DamienLeroyYouTube
      @DamienLeroyYouTube  4 роки тому

      Thank you for the kind words! The back flip video has been a work in progress... :)

  • @gennysantana1098
    @gennysantana1098 10 місяців тому

    Greeting from Barcelona Spain really cool video

  • @johnnywalker9067
    @johnnywalker9067 Рік тому

    Hi guys! I like your videos. Could you consider a video in hiw to get into the water, when its not deep enough near to the shore line and when there is swell eventually with current. ? That would be very much appreciated!

  • @ivanknyaz3594
    @ivanknyaz3594 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much! In Ukraine 🇺🇦this kind of surfing not very popular, but your video give me grateful opportunities to understand it and maybe try soon.

  • @allfredo7753
    @allfredo7753 3 роки тому

    Your a Good Teacher- keep it up!

  • @BRUNOTANTET
    @BRUNOTANTET 3 роки тому

    Très bien ton tutoriel. Très clair.

  • @dougcowie5983
    @dougcowie5983 3 роки тому

    Great effort there Damien.

  • @randybischoff
    @randybischoff 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much for the Tipps bro. God bless.

  • @juliangeuder9770
    @juliangeuder9770 2 роки тому

    I love to try this out

  • @Oct0pu5
    @Oct0pu5 3 роки тому

    You make it sound easy! I will give it a try soon!! Thanks for sharing

  • @elic18
    @elic18 2 роки тому

    thank you very good explaining